OISRE Summer Bootcamp

*Now Accepting Applications for Summer 2025*

Program Overview 

The OISRE Summer Bootcamp is an intensive, week-long program designed to equip international students from all academic disciplines with valuable skills for academic, professional, and personal growth. Through interactive workshops, hands-on learning experiences, and training sessions, participants will gain valuable insights into research techniques, career planning, and time management, along with other key competencies to support their success at CWRU and beyond.

Program Objectives

  • Equip students with foundational lab techniques, research strategies, and time management skills to support their academic success at CWRU.
  • Provide guidance on career development, including resume building, LinkedIn optimization, and understanding work authorization (CPT/OPT), while facilitating networking with graduate students and professionals.

Program Requirements

To participate in the OISRE Summer Bootcamp, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be an international student on either F1 or J1 visa
  • Must be available to attend five days of the program (3 hours daily)
  • Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0
  • Must demonstrate a strong participation commitment

Program Dates

  • Session I (For undergraduate international students): July 7 - 11, 2025
  • Session II (For graduate international students): July 21 - 25, 2025

How to Apply

  • All interested international students must complete their application online by April 18, 2025
  • All selected applicants will be notified by May 2, 2025

Questions?

Please email international@case.edu